Located on the Northeast coast of Sri Lanka, Trincomalee is a city which boasts one of the most important ports in South Asia, held dear by all colonizers who sought to conquer Sri Lanka. Tricomalee’s port plays a central role in Sri Lanka’s strategic location on Indian Ocean trade routes.

The East coast is way quieter than the South, which makes it a fantastic place to visit for a more laid back experience. Trincomalee boats lots of things to do for the discerning traveler, so we suggest you take at least 2 days to explore this special area in Sri Lanka. It can be reached from Colombo by car, bus or train, taking 6-10 hours based on your chosen mode of transport